The meticulousness



Example: The meticulousness ensures precision

Definition


"The meticulousness" refers to the quality of showing great attention to detail, being very careful and precise in completing tasks or activities. It involves thoroughness and accuracy, ensuring that nothing is overlooked and that everything is done with exactness.

Etymology


The word "the meticulousness" comes from the adjective "meticulous," which derives from the Latin word "meticulosus," meaning fearful or over-cautious. Over time, it evolved to describe careful attention to detail. Did you know? The root "metus" in Latin means fear, reflecting how early uses implied a careful, perhaps anxious, thoroughness.

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"The meticulousness" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (C2) - set 2", containing 91 commonly used words.
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